tag:,2016:blogdestructoidhttp://bulk2.destructoid.com/ele2/images/destructoid/favicon.ico2014-07-23T15:15:00Ztag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2016:/post.phtml?pk=278515Brittany Vincenthttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brittany+VincentNorth American release of Class of Heroes 2G has a special dual-screen feature2014-07-23T15:15:00Z2014-07-23T15:15:00Z<p><iframe width="620" height="340" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/NaZBnXR75Dg" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p>You may remember <em><a target="_blank" href="https://www.destructoid.com/class-of-heroes-2g-is-getting-a-scant-few-physical-copies-277599.phtml">Class of Heroes 2G</a></em> from the awesome limited run of physical copies its launch is going to spawn. Now, you can look forward to a special "dual-screen" feature coming to the North American release, which will incorporate a PSP or PlayStation Vita.</p>
<p>You can use one of the handhelds as a whole separate screen that will allow you to check maps, character status information, and enemy intel that reveals weaknesses and other stats along with the treasure they could potentially drop. The video above details how the additional screen will work, but we'll still have to wait until August to go hands-on.</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.siliconera.com/2014/07/22/class-heroes-2g-gets-new-dual-screen-feature-north-america/"> Class of Heroes 2G Gets A New &ldquo;Dual-Screen&rdquo; Feature In North America</a> [Siliconera]</p> <p>
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tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2016:/post.phtml?pk=277599Brittany Vincenthttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brittany+VincentClass of Heroes 2G is getting a scant few physical copies 2014-07-04T19:30:00Z2014-07-04T19:30:00Z<p><em><a href="https://www.destructoid.com/destructoid-review-class-of-heroes-135423.phtml" target="_blank">Class of Heroes 2G</a></em>, a dungeon-crawling RPG playable on PlayStation 3, Vita, or PSP, will be receiving a run of limited edition boxed copies. After pre-orders for the physical editions cease on July 25, there will be no additional production runs for the game, making it what MonkeyPaw Games and GAIJINWORKS are saying will be one of the "rarest boxed games in existence."</p>
<p>Each physical edition comes with a double-sided cover insert, full color manual, disk art, and a serial numbers hologram with each package for $49.99 and $4 shipping apiece. You can order directly from the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.gaijinworks.com/">GAIJINWORKS website</a>, or pick up a digital copy of the game for $34.99.</p>
<p>Also, every person who orders a copy of the game will be entered to win a <em>Tomba!</em> plush. You've got from now until July 25 to enter, so pick up a copy of the game and hope you win that awesome doll, because I'll be jealous of you. For sure.</p> <p>
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tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2016:/post.phtml?pk=273413Brittany Vincenthttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brittany+VincentBurgerTime World Tour is $5 now through April 30 before it disappears forever2014-04-17T20:00:00Z2014-04-17T20:00:00Z<p>MonkeyPaw Games is holding <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">a funeral</span> one last sale for <em><a target="_blank" href="https://www.destructoid.com/products_detail.phtml?p=BurgerTime+World+Tour&amp;category=&amp;c=news">BurgerTime: World Tour</a></em>, allowing players to snap it up for only $5 before it's yanked from the digital distribution channels forever on April 30. You may be thinking that $5 is too much, but when you consider the fact that you can <a target="_blank" href="https://www.destructoid.com/mr-destructoid-comes-to-burgertime-world-tour-210258.phtml">play as Mr. Destructoid</a>, you may want to throw more money at your screen in a bid to convince MonkeyPaw to keep the game available.</p>
<p>You can do that, but unfortunately, this cannot be. MonkeyPaw is dealing with some unfortunate expired licensing agreements that mean the game must be pulled from Xbox Live Arcade, PlayStation Network, and the Wii Shop Channel. C'est la vie.&nbsp;</p>
<p>We'll always have weird circular tracks and huge hamburger patties, and really, the footprints on the burgers are just the way you'd get them at a fast food joint, anyway. So wipe your tears, and hold your head up high. As long as you have the game on one of your systems, it will live on.</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.joystiq.com/2014/04/15/burgertime-world-tour-discounted-ahead-of-delisting-on-april-30/?ncid=rss_truncated">BurgerTime World Tour discounted ahead of delisting on April 30</a> [Joystiq]</p> <p>
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tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2016:/post.phtml?pk=270757Steven Hansenhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Steven+HansenYou can get Tomba! 2 for your PS3, PSP, or PS Vita now2014-02-18T15:15:00Z2014-02-18T15:15:00Z<p>Monkey Paw finished its <a target="_blank" href="https://www.destructoid.com/monkeypaw-is-bringing-tomba-2-and-five-others-to-psn-268902.phtml">six-week Retro Rush PSN releases</a> today with <em>Tomba! 2</em>. It's also only <a target="_blank" href="https://store.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com/#!/en-us/games/tomba-2-%28ps3-psp-ps-vita%29/cid=JP0747-NPUF30057_00-0000000000000001">six bucks right now</a>, but it's supposed to be retailing for 10.</p>
<p>Apparently both the English version and PAL version (which is available on the European PlayStation Store) have emulation issues, which is why the Japanese import is up. Monkey Paw as a <a target="_blank" href="https://monkeypawgames.com/games/tomba-2/">handy online manual</a> to help you through the Japanese.</p>
<p>Go forth, bounce, be merry.</p> <p>
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tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2016:/post.phtml?pk=270323Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreJapanese sidescrolling shooter Wolf Fang on PSN this week2014-02-10T18:15:00Z2014-02-10T18:15:00Z<p>One more week until <em>Tomba! 2 </em>releases on PlayStation Network. Until then, we're getting the fifth title in MonkeyPaw Games' <a target="_blank" href="https://www.destructoid.com/monkeypaw-is-bringing-tomba-2-and-five-others-to-psn-268902.phtml">Retro Rush event</a>, <em>Wolf Fang</em>, a sidescrolling shooter sequel to the 1989 shoot-'em-up <em>Vapor Trail: Hyper Offense Formation</em>. (Aren't these names just the greatest?)</p>
<p>After watching <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIqv_t5cfXc">videos</a> of <em>Wolf Fang</em> and reading about it on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.hardcoregaming101.net/vaportrail/vaportrail.htm">Hardcore Gaming 101</a>, I'm on board. You pilot either a preset mech or one of your own creation using customizable parts and must then shoot all of the things. After taking enough hits, your pilot will have to eject and continue on foot until another mech can be obtained via collectible power-ups.</p>
<p>The game will be priced at $5.99 for PS3, PS Vita, and PSP when it arrives tomorrow.</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://blog.us.playstation.com/2014/02/10/monkeypaw-games-retro-rush-week-5-wolf-fang/">MonkeyPaw Games Retro Rush Week 5: Wolf Fang</a> [PlayStation Blog]</p> <p>
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tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2016:/post.phtml?pk=268902Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreMonkeyPaw is bringing Tomba! 2 and five others to PSN2014-01-13T16:45:00Z2014-01-13T16:45:00Z<p>MonkeyPaw Games has more Japanese import games lined up for release on PlayStation Network this year. The company's six-week Retro Rush event kicks off tomorrow with <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41MC_t2iG8I"><em>Double Dragon</em></a> (the fighting game spinoff), and there will be a new title every Tuesday. With the exception of <em>Tomba! 2</em>, which is going to be $9.99, all other PSOne Classics are priced at $5.99 a piece.</p>
<p>&#9679; Jan. 14 - <em>Double Dragon</em><br />&#9679; Jan. 21 - <em>Lucifer Ring</em><br />&#9679; Jan. 28 - <em>The Firemen 2: Pete and Danny</em><br />&#9679; Feb. 4 - <em>Hyper Crazy Climber</em><br />&#9679; Feb 11 - <em>Wolf Fang</em><br />&#9679; Feb 18 - <em>Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return</em></p>
<p>I had no idea there was a sequel to Human Entertainment's Super Nintendo title <a target="_blank" href="https://www.hardcoregaming101.net/firemen/firemen.htm"><em>The Firemen</em></a>, which never saw release in North America. It's the best firefighting game I have ever played, and I'm not merely saying that because it's the only one I've touched.</p> <p>
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tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2016:/post.phtml?pk=255304Dale Northhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Dale+NorthHey, JRPG fans: Class of Heroes 2 is now out on PSN2013-06-04T12:15:00Z2013-06-04T12:15:00Z<p><iframe width="620" height="365" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Aro6sjTC3i0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p>This news piece is a service to both fellow JRPG fans and the smaller publishers that take the time to localize the games we like to play.&nbsp;</p>
<p>For you, JRPG fan, I'm here to tell you that <em><a target="_blank" href="https://www.classofheroes.com/">Class of Heroes 2</a></em> is now available on the PlayStation Network, priced at $24.99 for play on your PSP or Vita. This lovely little dungeon crawler has been fully translated and sports gameplay tweaks over the Japanese original. Expect 125+ dungeons and 96 quests -- enough to keep you busy for awhile!</p>
<p>As for the people behind this release -- MonkeyPaw Games and Gaijinworks -- thanks for taking the time to put this together for us. Thanks for digging down to bring us the games we wouldn't normally see. Much appreciated.</p>
<p>JRPG fans, we need to support these releases with our dollars. To keep titles like this coming, we need to show fan support. Do it!</p> <p>
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<a target="_blank" href="http://www.destructoid.com/hey-jrpg-fans-class-of-heroes-2-is-now-out-on-psn-255304.phtml">Read more...</a>tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2016:/post.phtml?pk=253492Dale Northhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Dale+NorthGet in on the Class of Heroes 2 pre-sale2013-05-10T11:30:00Z2013-05-10T11:30:00Z<p>RPG fans, I wanted to point you to the <a href="https://www.gaijinworks.com/GW_presale_reg.htm" target="_blank"><em>Class of Heroes 2</em> presale over at Gaijinworks</a>. This digital preorder gets you both a <em><a href="https://www.classofheroes.com/" target="_blank">Class of Heroes 2</a></em> digital code and physical UMD. We JRPG people have to support these small releases, so I'm hoping Destructoid's readers will help out here.</p>
<p>MonkeyPaw Games tells us that they've just about reached their goal of 2,500 pre-sales, and that number would make this the rarest PSP game out, beating <em>DJMax Portable 3</em>. Get in on that action.</p>
<p>Shipment and PSN codes are expected in 4-8 weeks.</p>
<p>Let's do it!</p> <p>
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tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2016:/post.phtml?pk=241429Dale Northhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Dale+NorthTomba! 2 could be coming to PSN soon2012-12-28T16:45:00Z2012-12-28T16:45:00Z<p>MonkeyPaw Games tells us that they're currently in talks with SCEA to bring <em>Tomba! 2</em> to the PlayStation Network. They're looking at a direct port that they hope will be PS Vita ready on day one. That would be nice!</p>
<p>I'm guessing we'll see it soon, and here's why:&nbsp;</p>
<p>Gamers in the U.S. got <em><a target="_blank" href="https://www.destructoid.com/psone-classic-tomba-now-available-on-psn-229766.phtml">Tomba</a>!</em> as a PSOne release this past summer, but Europe was left hanging. That's not the case anymore as both <em>Tomba!</em> and <em>Tomba! 2</em> have been released on the European PSN. They got lost in the holiday shuffle, but now they're up for our European readers, priced at&nbsp;&pound;6.99 / &euro;7.99. Both are Vita-ready.</p>
<p>In related news, MonkeyPaw says that<em> Class of Heroes II</em> has been dlayed until next year, as Gaijinworks is tweaking the UI and other features. A new release date will come shortly. Check <a target="_blank" href="https://www.gaijinworks.com/">Gaijinworks' webpage</a> for updates.</p> <p>
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tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2016:/post.phtml?pk=236065Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreTomba! is now also up on the European PlayStation Network2012-10-03T20:00:00Z2012-10-03T20:00:00Z<p>Sorry about that, Europe. We were pretty excited about <em><a target="_blank" href="https://www.destructoid.com/monkeypaw-brings-psone-classic-tomba-to-psn-229394.phtml">Tomba!</a> </em>coming to PlayStation Network for a while there -- especially when it became playable on PlayStation Vita -- but now you too can partake in the fun. <em>Tomba! </em>is out now on the European PSN courtesy of MonkeyPaw Games.</p>
<p>This platforming PSone Classic is priced at <span style="color: #000000;"> &pound;6.99 / &euro;7.99. According to the company, it was their "number one requested game from Japan." There were a few times I <em>almost</em> rented <em>Tomba!</em>, but ultimately never did for whatever reason. It's good to see this up on a digital storefront and not slipping slowly into obscurity.<br /></span></p> <p>
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tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2016:/post.phtml?pk=233846Jim Sterlinghttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jim+SterlingTomba! CONFIRMED for PS Vita Classics lineup 2012-08-27T13:00:00Z2012-08-27T13:00:00Z<p>Guys, everything's going to be okay from now on.&nbsp;<em>Tomba!</em>&nbsp;will be playable on the PS Vita, one of five MonkeyPaw games initially available on the handheld as of tomorrow.&nbsp;<em>Alundra</em>,&nbsp;<em>Arc the Lad 1</em>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<em>2</em>, and&nbsp;<em>Vanguard Bandits</em>&nbsp;will also work on the system.&nbsp;</p>
<p>It's unknown what other games will be working on the Vita after tomorrow's firmware update goes live. We know some of the heaviest hitters like&nbsp;<em>Final Fantasy VII</em>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<em>Resident Evil 2</em>, but the rest remains elusive.&nbsp;</p>
<p>As&nbsp;<a href="https://www.destructoid.com/dear-sony-put-tomba-on-psn-naow--169400.phtml" target="_blank">excited as I've been</a>&nbsp;for&nbsp;<em>Tomba!</em>, I held off on getting it when it&nbsp;<a href="https://www.destructoid.com/tomba-finally-comes-to-psn-this-summer--227923.phtml" target="_blank">finally hit PSN</a>, because I wanted to play it on my Vita. Took a while, but the bugger's finally coming home.</p> <p>
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tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2016:/post.phtml?pk=229766Dale Northhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Dale+NorthPSOne classic Tomba! now available on PSN2012-06-19T11:45:00Z2012-06-19T11:45:00Z<p>MonkeyPaw has delivered on their number one most requested game from Japan. Side-scrolling plaltformer <em>Tomba!</em> gets retro nerds all excited because it mixes platforming, puzzle solving, RPG elements and pink hair into something that's so unlike anything we see these days. It will be available today as a download on the PlayStation Network</p>
<p>This game was created by Tokuro Fujiwara, the man behind classics like<em> Ghosts &amp; Goblins</em> and <em>Mega Man</em>. This time, instead of ghouls or robots, he went nuts with cavemen and pig snouts. Makes sense.</p>
<p>So, Sony. Not to beat a dead horse, but with all these great PSOne releases hitting the PlayStation Network, isn't it time you made the playable on your newest game system? I'd love to take <em>Tomba!</em> for a spin on my Vita.</p> <p>
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